Wednesday 24 September 2014

Lung Diseases.


 We know that Lung disease can be frightening and debilitating.   If you suffer with one of these conditions and live in Gloucestershire, then please do come along to our support group.

One person in five in the UK is affected by lung disease. Millions more are at risk.

There are different forms of Lung Diseases listed below are just a few.

Adult Asthma
Childhood Asthma
COPD  (Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease)
Lung cancer
Occupational lung conditions
Lung diseases in Children
Tuberculosis
Cystic fibrosis
Sleep disorder breathing
Acute lower respiratory infections
Acute respiratory distress syndrome
Bronchiectasis
Interstitial lung disease
Pulmonary Vascular disease
Rare & orphan lung disease.
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) previously known as fibrosing alveolitis.


If you would like further information on the above, we could obtain leaflets for you or you may obtain leaflets direct from British Lung Foundation. Either get in touch see contact us, or phone BLF helpline on 03000 030 555 and ask for leaflet relating to your disease. or enquiries@blf.org.uk